Guidebook for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Food Scene
Excellent, family-style French restaurant. Some of best cuisine in town.
30 locals recommend
Le Chaudron
79 Rue des MoulinsExcellent, family-style French restaurant. Some of best cuisine in town.
Excellent food and great atmosphere. Also, it is worth having a drink at the bar below at Les Caves.
101 locals recommend
Restaurant Le Cap-Horn
74 Rue des MoulinsExcellent food and great atmosphere. Also, it is worth having a drink at the bar below at Les Caves.
Great pizza and calzones made from fresh ingredients in a good atmosphere. Good value too.
43 locals recommend
Pizzeria Des Moulins
95 Rue des MoulinsGreat pizza and calzones made from fresh ingredients in a good atmosphere. Good value too.
Excellent Asian-fusion cuisine. The sushi is top-notch, and the desserts are excellent too.
100 locals recommend
Munchie
87 Rue des MoulinsExcellent Asian-fusion cuisine. The sushi is top-notch, and the desserts are excellent too.
Drinks & Nightlife
Great place for a drink, dancing and to unwind. DJ Vince is excellent.
70 locals recommend
Les Caves Chamonix
80 Rue des MoulinsGreat place for a drink, dancing and to unwind. DJ Vince is excellent.
Name is now Le Social Club Chamonix - excellent cocktails and late night dancing. Run by Leila who knows how to throw a great party.
MIX BAR
90 Rue des MoulinsName is now Le Social Club Chamonix - excellent cocktails and late night dancing. Run by Leila who knows how to throw a great party.
Sightseeing
The Aiguille du Midi cable car takes you up to 3,842 metres/12,604 vertical feet in less than 20 minutes with spectacular views of Mont Blanc. Ski the Vallee Blanche or enjoy the restaurant, museum and viewing areas from the top.
389 locals recommend
Aiguille du Midi
100 Pl. de l'Aiguille du MidiThe Aiguille du Midi cable car takes you up to 3,842 metres/12,604 vertical feet in less than 20 minutes with spectacular views of Mont Blanc. Ski the Vallee Blanche or enjoy the restaurant, museum and viewing areas from the top.
Essentials
Biggest grocery store in Chamonix (3 minute walk) with a wide selection of food at good prices.
131 locals recommend
Super U
117 Rue Joseph VallotBiggest grocery store in Chamonix (3 minute walk) with a wide selection of food at good prices.
Smaller selection than the Super U located within a 1 minute walk from the apt.
40 locals recommend
Casino shop
535 Rte de la PlagneSmaller selection than the Super U located within a 1 minute walk from the apt.
Entertainment & Activities
Cinéma Vox
22 Cr du BartavelIt's the only cinema in town located just below the apartment.
Bowling Pub
Great for a rainy-day. Large bowling area with pool tables upstairs.
Parks & Nature
Lac de Passy
Beautiful lake for family picnics, swimming, and relaxation.
Great for ski touring or hiking. Take the lift from Flagere and begin your journey.
14 locals recommend
Aiguilles Rouges
Great for ski touring or hiking. Take the lift from Flagere and begin your journey.
Everything Else
Check out the beautiful Spa at the Hotel Mont Blanc. Excellent heated outdoor pool, sauna/steam rooms, exercise rooms, massage services, etc. Non-hotel guests are generally allowed in before 5pm. Entrance fee of about €25-€30 at reception.
7 locals recommend
Hôtel Mont-Blanc
62 All. du MajesticCheck out the beautiful Spa at the Hotel Mont Blanc. Excellent heated outdoor pool, sauna/steam rooms, exercise rooms, massage services, etc. Non-hotel guests are generally allowed in before 5pm. Entrance fee of about €25-€30 at reception.
Another excellent Spa is located on the roof-top of the Park Hotel Suisse. Outdoor, heated pool and Jacuzzi. Saunas and steamrooms, massage services, etc. Non-hotel guests are generally allowed in before 5pm. €20-€25 fee at reception.
Park Hotel Suisse & Spa
75 All. du MajesticAnother excellent Spa is located on the roof-top of the Park Hotel Suisse. Outdoor, heated pool and Jacuzzi. Saunas and steamrooms, massage services, etc. Non-hotel guests are generally allowed in before 5pm. €20-€25 fee at reception.